What area code is 401?
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401 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 401
Statewide Rhode Island1 community on record for 401.
Where 401 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 401 region
401 covers Statewide Rhode Island in Rhode Island. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
401 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Who called me from 401?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 401 does not prove the caller is really in the 401 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 401 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 401?+–
401 is a telephone area code serving Statewide Rhode Island in Rhode Island, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 401 located?+–
It covers Statewide Rhode Island in Rhode Island.
What time zone is 401?+–
401 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 401 start?+–
401 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes.
Is 401 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 401 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 401 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 401 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 401 number regardless of where you physically live.